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What is the main function of fibrinogen in the hemostatic process?
Serving as a substrate for thrombin that forms the fibrin clot
Which factor is measured in the intrinsic (surface activation) pathway of PT PTT tests?
Factor IX
What is the primary hemostatic mechanism associated with platelet plug formation in the hemostatic process?
Platelet phase
What is the main function of platelets in the hemostatic process?
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What is the purpose of the initial lab tests mentioned in the text?
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What is a systematic approach for reaching a more precise clinical diagnosis when evaluating a child with a bleeding disorder?
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Which coagulation assays measure the intrinsic and extrinsic pathways?
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What could be inferred from an initial screen showing increased PT and PTT with normal platelet count?
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What is the normal range for Prothrombin Time Tests (PT) mentioned in the text?
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Which of the following is a helpful clinical feature in evaluating bleeding disorders, as per the text?
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